Citizens Transit Academy

Greenlink's Citizens Transit Academy is a free, six-week program designed to offer Greenville County residents a unique opportunity to learn about public transportation and the opportunities and challenges facing Greenlink.

Up to 30 people will be selected for the 2020 Class from the pool of applicants and classes will be held on Tuesdays from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Greenville City Hall (206 S. Main Street, Greenville SC 29601).

2020 Schedule

Date

Topic

January 7, 2020

Introductions, CTA overview and Greenlink services

January 14, 2020

Operations and safety, Transit Center tour and Greenlink's new technology

January 21, 2020

Finances, capital needs and maintenance facility tour

January 28, 2020

Service change procedures, bus stops and route planning

February 4, 2020

Transit Development Plan and other community efforts

February 11, 2020

Group takeaways and graduation

Graduates of the Citizens Transit Academy will be recognized as knowledgeable representatives for public transit and encouraged to serve in leadership roles and seek opportunities to engage the community in conversations about transit.